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Yves Saint Laurent

Y L'Elixir

Perfumer: Dominique Ropion

2024MenModern
6.8/ 10
Community score
260 ratings
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Yves Saint Laurent Y L'Elixir is a men's fragrance that sets a fresh, fruity face over a sweet, spicy and woody base.

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Skunky's take: Freshness leads the way and cools the head.

How does it perform?

From 213 community ratings, all out of 10.

Longevity
7.2 /10

Holds up through the day and fades gently toward evening.

Sillage
7.0 /10

People close to you notice, nobody gets overwhelmed.

Bottle
7.6 /10

Sits nicely on a shelf.

Value for money
5.6 /10

The price makes you think, so a small size is a smart start.

Blind buy risk

Medium risk

59% of votes are positive, the rest are more reserved.

Notes

They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.

Top notesfirst 15 minutes

White lavender
Moroccan geranium
FrankincenseOud

Accords

From most dominant to most subtle.

  1. Fresh
  2. Fruity
  3. Sweet
  4. Synthetic
  5. Spicy
  6. Woody

What does Y L'Elixir smell like?

Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and fall, though summer is not far behind. Leisure, daily wear and the office lead, with evenings close by. It reads as masculine and modern.

The scent comes across as one piece: white lavender and Moroccan geranium bring the coolness, while frankincense and oud add a smoky, woody depth. Sweetness and a fruity tone soften the frame, and the spicy side stays in the background.

When to wear it?

Seasons and occasions, by user votes.

  • 32%
    Spring
  • 29%
    Autumn
  • 23%
    Summer
  • 16%
    Winter
  • Casual
    21%
  • Daytime
    19%
  • Office
    19%
  • Evening
    19%
  • Nighttime
    14%
  • Sport
    8%

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Last updated: October 26, 2026